2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (295 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Infiniti G35 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Infiniti G35 has manual transmission. 2007 Infiniti G35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Citroen |
| Model | G35 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
